Mentoring Relationship Health Score Template

Scoring Framework (1–5 Scale)

Use the following interpretation for every category:

This scoring method helps program administrators quantify qualitative relationship dynamics across cohorts.

Relationship Health Score Categories

Below are the eight core categories that define a healthy mentoring relationship. Each participant scores them independently.

1. Trust

Confidence in reliability, consistency, and professional integrity.

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2. Psychological Safety

Comfort discussing concerns, mistakes, and sensitive topics without fear of judgment.

Score (1–5): ______

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3. Openness of Communication

Willingness to share honestly, give feedback, and discuss challenges transparently.

Score (1–5): ______

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4. Progress Toward Goals

Perceived momentum toward agreed outcomes and clarity around next steps.

Score (1–5): ______

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5. Meeting Consistency

Reliability in scheduling, attending, and preparing for sessions.

Score (1–5): ______

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6. Mutual Accountability

Shared responsibility for actions, follow-ups, and commitments.

Score (1–5): ______

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7. Energy / Motivation Levels

Overall sense of enthusiasm, engagement, and positive momentum.

Score (1–5): ______

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8. Value Gained per Session

Perceived usefulness of conversations, clarity gained, and actionable insights.

Score (1–5): ______

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Interpretation & Recommended Actions

Midpoint Review for Relationship Health

At the midpoint of the mentorship, both mentor and mentee should revisit the scores to identify changes and emerging challenges.

Midpoint Discussion Prompts:

• Which areas have improved since the start?
• Which scores decreased, and why?
• Are communication patterns still effective?
• Are expectations still aligned?
• What adjustments will strengthen the relationship for the remaining weeks?

End-of-Program Relationship Evaluation

This final review captures relationship quality at the conclusion of mentorship.

Reflection Prompts:

• Which relational strengths contributed most to progress?
• Where did misalignment occur?
• Should the relationship continue informally?
• How can lessons from this partnership inform future mentoring cycles?

Continuing the Mentoring Relationship

Even after the program ends, a healthy mentoring relationship can evolve into continued professional support.

Recommended actions:

• Schedule a check-in within 30 days
• Join a mentoring circle or peer-learning group
• Share achievements with managers or HR
• Identify new development objectives
• Consider transitioning from mentoring to sponsorship, where appropriate

Sustaining positive momentum ensures ongoing development for both individuals.

Conclusion

A strong mentoring relationship is the foundation of every successful development experience. When trust, communication, and accountability are intentionally assessed and nurtured, both mentors and mentees benefit from clearer alignment, deeper connection, and more meaningful progress. Evaluating relationship health ensures that challenges are surfaced early, expectations remain harmonized, and each interaction contributes to sustained growth and engagement.

With Qooper, organizations can strengthen these relational dynamics through built-in relationship tracking, structured check-ins, and real-time feedback tools that support healthy, productive mentorships at scale. By investing in a platform that not only measures engagement but actively enhances it, organizations create more resilient mentoring cultures, empower individuals, and drive long-term talent development with confidence and clarity.

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